August 2024

Abbott/Thoratec Corp recall HeartMate II and HeartMate 2 Left Ventricular Assist System (LVAS) due to long-term buildup causing obstruction. See FDA Recall dated 04/15/2024 LVAD is a mechanical pump that helps the heart’s left ventricle circulate blood throughout the body. This device is used primarily by patient who suffer from severe heart failure and need additional support since their heart is not strong enough to pump…

Abiomed Recalls the Instructions for Use for Impella Left Sided Blood Pumps due to Perforation Risks See FDA Recall dated 03/21/2024 The Impella Left Sided Blood Pump is a mechanical circulatory support device that assists the heart in pumping blood. The device is inserted percutaneously through the femoral artery or the axillary artery. The catheter is moved through the aorta into the left ventricle of the…